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Akihabara in Japan: Anime, games, and the world of Japanese pop culture

Step into Akihabara, Tokyo’s legendary pop culture capital, where anime, gaming, and electronics collide in a vibrant explosion of color and energy. Wander through towering stores filled with the ...
The Harvard Crimson

News Flash: Memory Shop and Anime Zakka to Open in Harvard Square

A snapshot of Asian culture will light up Harvard Square with the anticipated openings of photo booth store Memory Shop and Anime Zakka this June. Father and son pair Henry and Brian Cheung are ...
The Diplomat

The ‘Demon Slayer’ Phenomenon and Japan’s Evolving Anime Industry

Why Bhumjaithai’s Grip on Power Is More Fragile Than It Looks The franchise’s success reflects the growing size – and evolving nature – of Japan’s anime industry in recent years. Japanese voice actor ...
Variety

Japan’s Anime Market Hits Record $25 Billion, Driven by Global Boom, AJA Report Finds

Japan’s anime industry reached an all-time high in 2024, climbing to JPY3.84 trillion ($25.25 billion) in total market value, according to data presented by the Association of Japanese Animations (AJA ...